Meet the new Miss World Kenya Grace Ramtu

Meet the new Miss World Kenya Grace Ramtu (Photo: iStock)

Last weekend, the beautiful and charismatic Grace Ramtu was crowned Miss World Kenya. She emerged victorious after a hotly contested journey that saw 400 models enter the competition.

The charismatic Ramtu is a professional model and elite fashion designer with over five years of experience in the industry. She has her own fashion company called Ramtu Fashion Designs. She holds a diploma in fashion and design and specialises in design and the fashion industry.

Grace Ramtu is a selfless and determined individual who is passionate about mentoring young girls in Kenya and empowering young girls who have experienced sexual abuse. She has been campaigning on her social media platforms to support and motivate victims of sexual abuse. Some of the safe houses she has visited and shared her love with include Maisha Girls Safehouse and her noble course makes her a good role model and motivation for young Kenyan girls everywhere.

Her commitment is evident as she competed for the title of Miss World Kenya last year and finished in the top 5 finalists. That did not stop her from trying again this year and winning. Outside of her professional work and the responsibilities that come with her reign, she enjoys reading books, exploring new experiences, deeJaying and travelling. Her graceful and charismatic nature makes her a deserving winner.

What it takes to make it

For those who don't know the criteria used by the Miss World Kenya beauty pageant, here is the list:

Age - Your age as a model who wants to compete for the prestigious award matters. You should be between 18 and 26 years old.

Looks - Looks are one of the most important stepping stones in the modelling industry. To be a perfect contestant for Miss World Kenya, you must have near-perfect teeth and flawless skin.

Physical Requirements - To be a perfect contestant, you must have no traditional marks, scars or tattoos. As a model, you will need to be taller than 5'7" and have some very specific body measurements. These include waist size (28 inches), hip size (36 inches) and bust size (32 inches).

Citizenship - To be eligible to compete for the Miss World Kenya title, you must be a Kenyan citizen with a valid passport or identification card.

Marital Status - As a Miss World Kenya contestant, you must not have had a child or be legally married.

Conduct - This virtue applies to all contestants who wish to compete for Miss World Kenya. You are expected to demonstrate a high level of discipline, work ethic, and moral standards and to behave in a ladylike manner.

Availability - As a contestant, you are expected to be available whenever duty calls. Being Miss World Kenya is an honourable and prestigious job that requires a lot of responsibility and time commitment. You must be ready and active at all times.